Ujigami Shrine

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Ujigami Shrine

A sacred power spot revered since ancient times.

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This ancient shrine, registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site under "Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto," has been attracting reverence for centuries. It is said to have been established in 1060, three years after the construction of Uji Byodoin Temple in 1053, serving as its guardian shrine. As the protective deity of Uji's land, it has been continuously worshipped by people from all walks of life, from commoners to nobility, and it still gathers much reverence today.

The main hall, built in the late Heian period, is said to be the oldest existing Shinto shrine architecture in Japan. The structure, built over 1,000 years ago, still retains its original form, conveying the ambiance of its time. The worship hall, completed in 1215 during the Kamakura period, is built in the Shinden-zukuri architectural style, which was used for the residences of nobles and warriors. It is very rare and valuable to use residential architecture for a hall of worship. Both the main hall and the worship hall have been designated as National Treasures.

The enshrined deities are Emperor Ojin, Emperor Nintoku, and Ujinowakiiratsuko. The shrine is believed to grant blessings for academic success and passing exams.

Highlights

  • Registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site under "Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto."
  • Both the "Main Hall" and the "Worship Hall" are designated as National Treasures.
  • Believed to grant blessings for academic success and passing exams.

Photos

  • The "Main Hall" where the deities are enshrined.

    The "Main Hall" where the deities are enshrined.

  • The "Worship Hall" built in the Shinden-zukuri style.

    The "Worship Hall" built in the Shinden-zukuri style.

  • Step inside the shrine grounds and you are enveloped in a serene atmosphere.

    Step inside the shrine grounds and you are enveloped in a serene atmosphere.

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)

A

Sorry, we don’t.

Q

Do you have shrine’s red ink stamps?

A

No, we don’t have.

Q

Is parking available?

A

Yes. (9:00am - 4:00pm)

Reviews

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  • 秦晴

    這兒~樹林環繞,有些院內建築上還佈滿青苔,給人一種充滿靈氣、與自然融合的清新感,一點也不亮眼,卻莫名有種安定、舒服的力量,推薦來這

Details

Name in Japanese
宇治上神社
Postal Code
611-0021
Address
59 Uji Yamada, Uji City, Kyoto
Telephone
0774-21-4634
Closed
Open every day
Business Hours
9:00am - 4:20pm(Completely closed)
Admission
Free
Access
About 10 minutes walk from Keihan Dentetsu Railway Uji Station
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)